Sauteed Eggplant

This vegetarian recipe is a wonderful meat alternative. Consider adding this plant-based protein source to other recipes in place of chicken, beef or pork.

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Prep Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 eggs

  • ¾ cup whole-wheat panko (Japanese-style bread crumbs)

  • 3 tablespoons finely shredded Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese

  • 1 tablespoon finely shredded lemon peel

  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil

  • ½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, crushed

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

  • Nonstick cooking spray

  • 1 small eggplant, sliced 1/8-inch-thick (about 12 ounces)

  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges

  • 1 leaf Small fresh basil leaves

Directions

  1. Beat eggs in a shallow dish; set aside. In another shallow dish combine panko, cheese, lemon peel, basil, Italian seasoning, salt and black pepper; set aside.

  2. Coat a griddle or large nonstick or cast-iron skillet with cooking spray. Dip eggplant slices in egg, turning to coat. Dip slices in bread crumb mixture to lightly coat.

  3. Cook eggplant slices in batches on the griddle over medium heat for 2- to 4-minutes per side until eggplant is lightly browned and softened. Keep cooked eggplant warm in a 300F oven while preparing remaining eggplant. Serve with lemon wedges. If desired, garnish with basil leaves.

Originally appeared: Diabetic Living Magazine

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

87 Calories
3g Fat
13g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size 2 slices sautéed eggplant
Calories 87
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 13g 5%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 5g 10%
Total Fat 3g 4%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 73mg 24%
Vitamin A 136IU 3%
Vitamin C 17mg 18%
Folate 21mcg 5%
Sodium 164mg 7%
Calcium 56mg 4%
Iron 1mg 4%
Magnesium 14mg 3%
Potassium 187mg 4%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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